Legal Secretary - Family Law / Estate Planning

About the role

An award-winning family law firm is seeking an energetic and proactive Legal Secretary to support its busy Family Law and/or Estate Planning team. The role suits an organised, motivated legal support professional who enjoys a collaborative environment and provides high-quality support to both solicitors and clients. You will work closely with the legal team across a varied range of matters, handling day-to-day secretarial and administrative work while managing competing priorities and deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Family Law and/or Estate Planning team
• Draft, review and prepare correspondence and legal documents
• Prepare court documents where relevant
• Liaise with clients, courts, solicitors and barristers
• Manage diaries, appointments and deadlines
• Audio/dictaphone typing and document preparation
• Assist with file management, billing and accounts, and general administration

Required profile

• Relevant experience providing high-quality legal support in Family Law and/or Estate Planning
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• Initiative, confidence and a professional, proactive manner
• Able to work autonomously within a collaborative team

What we offer

• Supportive, team-focused culture with opportunities for professional growth and career progression
• Regular social events, peer-nominated team recognition and community involvement
• Flexible working arrangements, negotiable, with a family-run approach to flexibility
• Modern office spaces with technology and IT support
• Bonus day off if your birthday falls on a workday, wellness initiatives and an Employee Assistance Program

To apply, send your CV and cover letter by email to the firm's careers contact; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.